Unit 1 - Origin and Authority of Scripture

Key passage that explains the process of putting the words of God into writing
by means of Holy Spirit, making the Bible a divine-human book 2 Peter 1:1921
Difference between scientific fact and historical fact-Scientific fact is observable
and repeatable, whereas historical fact is bases upon eyewitness accounts.

I Corinthians 2:13 God allowed the authors to express inspired thoughts with
words of their choosing, but He also guided them with the very words they
used.
The Bible is infallible in all topics.
Galatians 3:16 uses the word seed and seeds differently.
Matt. 22:32 - uses a verb tense for an argument

The Bible is inspired, inerrant Word of God because Jesus said so.
I should believe what Jesus says because of the historical fact of the
resurrection.

Word for word inspiration is writing what God inspires you to, translation is
writing what you feel what God was saying.
Destroy-tear down; stop; do away with

In Acts 1:3 Jesus showed himself alive by many infallible proofs.

Fulfill- make come true, bring about, make full; make fully known, proclaim fully
In Luke 24:25,27 Jesus calls us fools if we dont believe the OT.
We are still under OT authority Matt. 5:17-20
The Bible teaches its own inspiration.
II Timothy 3:16-17 - Bible claims inspiration for itself
all Scripture refers to OT

Before heaven and earth pass away every jot and tittle of the law and prophets
must be fulfilled.
Matt. 5:17-20 Jesus believed in the authoritative and continuing nature of the
Law.

Inspired God-breathed
Scripture comes from Gods mouth Deut. 8:3

Least of kingdom and Heaven means a person shall have no place in the
kingdom of Christ here, nor in the kingdom of glory.

Scripture is profitable for doctrine, reproof, correction, instruction

John 10:35 Scripture cant be broken.

Writings of the OT are perfect

Broken- change, set aside, annul, invalidate

We should build doctrine on the OT

Law and testimony written Word

II Tim. 3:16-17 Base our doctrine on OT

Ephesians 5:13 classic passage on light

Scripture is better than an eyewitness account. 2Peter 1:19-21

Light- Biblical information plus Holy Spirit illuminated persuasion that the
information is correct

Private interpretation means not writing their own opinion and interpretation
but rather theirs words were Gods opinion given to them.

Search the Bible till you are sure the information is correct

Writers of Scripture dont give their personal opinion. 2 Pt. 1:19-21

Dont do things that are questionable things

They wrote because the Holy Spirit moved upon them.

Romans 14:23 - Dont do questionable

No difference between the words of Christ and Paul, Moses

We will be judged by Jesus words John 12:48

Christs words are = to Pauls Moses

The significance of Gods name is that it is the same thing to Gods character

When we talk about entering into union with God through Christ, we talking
about a unity of relationship

Inerrancy-There is no error in what God revealed

Infallible-never wrong, unfailing
Eternal-it shall stand forever
Inspiration demands inerrancy
Titus 1:2-God cannot lie
Isaiah 40:8-Gods Word shall stand forever
Psalm 119:89-Gods Word is forever settled in heaven
Autographs-original manuscripts

Reference teaches that belief in the existence of God is foundational to saving

faith and without faith one cannot please God Hebrews 11:6
Reference teaches that anyone who denies the existence of God is a fool
Psalm 14:1
Faith is the ultimate basis for believing in a God. Lk. 24:25,27
Logical, theological, or philosophical arguments cannot prove God's existence
but they witness in His existence.
Passage Paul speaks of the rain and vegetation as a witness for the existence of
God Acts 14:17

More than 5000 manuscripts of Greek NT

Five logical arguments that give witness to the existence of God - Cosmological,
teleological, volitional, and ontological evidence

Copies or translations are the inspired Word of God to the extent that it reflects
the original manuscripts.

The two basic means of revelation through which we can learn about God
Natural and supernatural revelation

Gods Word keeps us from sin, sin keeps us from the Word.

Reference teaches that the heavens reveal the glory of god and demonstrate
His handiwork Ps. 19:1

Illumination refers to understanding of the Bibles message to believers,

whereas inspiration refers to the accurate transmission of that content to men.
Study-be eager to, make effort to, try hard to
The only way to keep from being put to shame as a weak man of God is to
study to show thyself approved of God 2 Tim 2:15
Three traits of a noble Christian-Listen carefully to what is presented, study the
Scriptures diligently, act on the new light you have gained Acts 17:10-12
3-fold test to test whether teaching is Biblical-Is it in harmony with the whole
Word of God?, Is it promoting holiness of heart and life?, Is the speaker
humble? 1 Tim. 6:3-5
02 Master Unit 2 - The Person of God
Passage teaches that man is to glory in the fact that he understand and knows
God, rather than glorying in his wisdom, might, or riches - Jeremiah 9:23-24
To refer to God as the cosmic force in creation or the primal energy or
cosmic consciousness without personal qualities is to make the error of the
erroneous belief system Occult and Eastern spirituality

Reference teaches that the material creation, including the rain from heaven
and fruitful seasons, is a witness of the existence of God Acts 14:17
Reference teaches that nature clearly reveals Gods eternal power and Godhead
Romans 1:20
Reference teaches that all people have some knowledge of Gods law through
their conscience Romans 2:14-15
Reference teaches that people in any nation who fear God and work
righteousness is accepted with Him Acts 10:34-35
Two references frequently used to teach that without the knowledge of Jesus
Christ a person cannot be saved Acts 4:12, Jn. 14:6
Means of revelation have we received the climax of Gods self-disclosure Supernatural revelation (Holy Scripture)
Reference wherein Jesus says that no one can really know the Father in the
fullest sense of the term unless the Son reveals him Matt. 11:27

Passage teaches that Jesus is the express image of Gods Person Hebrews
1:2-3

passage teaches that the eternal God is our refuge and supports us with His
everlasting arms Deut. 33:27

Passage teaches that Jesus is the image of the invisible God Colossians 1:15

reference teaches that God is the eternal "I Am" Ex. 3:14

Passage teaches that Jesus is the exegesis (explanation) of the Father Jn. 1:18

passage teaches that God's existence is "from everlasting to everlasting Ps.

90:2

the classic reference that teaches us that God is a Spirit John 4:24
passage calls God "the King eternal" I Timothy 1:17
reference teaches us that a spirit does not have flesh and bones - Luke 24:39
reference teaches that God has life in himself - Jn. 5:26
I John 4:12 - No one has ever seen God.
passage refers to God as "the Almighty God" Gen. 17:1
passage teaches that worship is not optional and that we must worship only
God Matt. 4:10

passage uses the word "omnipotent" in reference to God's reign Rev. 19:6

passage teaches that the Father seeks worshipers John 4:23

reference teaches that there is nothing too hard for God Jer. 32:37

Jesus taught that prayer should be addressed to which Person of the Godhead
God the Father (Luke 11:2)

reference teaches that God, who is in the heavens, does whatsoever He pleases
Ps. 115:3

Our relationship with God should be the first thing to occupy our attention when
we pray

passage teaches that God "works all things after the counsel of His will" Eph.
1:11

God is not everyones Father John 8:44

reference teaches that with God "all things are possible" Matt. 19:26

Concern for Gods reputation should be the second thing to occupy our
attention when we pray

passage says that God does whatsoever His hand and His counsel determined
before to be done Acts 4:28

We hallow God's name by living holy lives.

1)
His decretive will; What he decrees and it will happen 2) His desired
will; What He desires to happen but will allow men to resist and 3) His
permissive will; the will He permits mankind to reject His offer of salvation

The rule and reign of God should be the third thing to occupy our attention
when we pray
classic Scripture that defends the unity of God Deut. 6:4

passage teaches that God is the judge and He puts down one and setteth up
another Ps 75:6-7

one in the above reference means the becoming of one flesh as husband and
wife.

passage teaches that God's counsel stands and He will do all His pleasure
Isaiah 46:9-10

reference teaches that God is the first and the last and there is no other God
other than Him I timothy 2:5
passage teaches that God's greatness is unsearchable Ps 145:3
passage teaches that God's understanding is infinite Ps 147:5
passage teaches that neither heaven nor even heaven of heavens can contain
God I Kings 8:27

passage reveals that God's sovereign reign is guided by His righteousness,

justice, lovingkindness, and truth Ps 89:14
passage teaches that you cannot escape from God's presence even if you
ascended up into heaven, descended into hell, or tried to hide in the uttermost
parts of the sea Ps 139:7-9
passage teaches that there are no "secret places" one can hide from God since
He fills both "heaven and earth" Jeremiah 23:24

passage teaches that all things are naked and open unto the eyes of God
Hebrews 4:13
passage teaches that no one can teach God anything or in any way give Him
counsel because He already knows everything Isaiah 40:13-14
passage teaches that God knows the end from the beginning and is able to
declare "the things that are not yet done" Isaiah 46:9-10
passage teaches that God knows the end from the beginning and is able to
declare "the things that are not yet done" Ps. 139:4

passage teaches that God's holiness shows itself in righteousness Isaiah 5:16
passage teaches that God is merciful, gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in
mercy Ps. 103:8
passage teaches that God does not have to have mercy on anyone but in His
sovereignty has mercy on whom He chooses to have mercy Rms 9:18
passage teaches that God has sovereignly chosen to have mercy upon all Rms
11:32
passage teaches that God "delights" in mercy Micah 7:18

passage teaches that the Lord does not change Malachi 3:6
passage teaches us that "God is love" I John 4:8-10
passage teaches that God has no variableness, neither shadow of turning as to
His character James 1:7

Love isnt contrary to anger and wrath.

passage teaches that just as the potter deals differently with different types of
clay, so God responds to men according to their response to Him Jeremiah
18:1-10

What is the meaning of Hosea 9:14 which says "I will love them no more"? - His
love for them in terms of covenantal protection and blessing was over. His love
for them as lost persons would never end.

two meanings can we properly give to the word "repent" as it applies to God the grief and pain man's sin brings God (Genesis 6:6) or it refers to the change
of God in His dealings with mankind due to their changed response to His grace
(Jonah 3:10)

passage teaches that God is a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers
upon the children unto the third and fourth generations Ex. 20:5

passage in Scripture is the first explicit statement of the holiness of God in the
Bible Isaiah 57:15
passage teaches that God is "glorious in holiness" Ex. 15:11
Holiness is one of God's most important attributes.
passage outlines three basic aspects of God's holiness, namely, His intrinsic
holiness, His transcendent holiness, and His immanent holiness Isaiah 57:15
classic passage that describes Isaiah's vision of God's holiness Isaiah 6:1-3
classic passage that describes Isaiah's vision of God's holiness Romans 1:18
classic passage that describes Isaiah's vision of God's holiness John 3:36
passage reveals God's wrath on sin in terms of "I hated them" and "I will love
them no more" Hosea 9:15
passage teaches that God hates "all who do iniquity" Ps. 5:3-6
God can hate the sinner and love the sinner at the same time.

passage teaches that God takes vengeance on His adversaries and reserves
wrath for His enemies Nahum 1:2
passage teaches that God is light and in him is no darkness at all I John 1:5
The fear of the Lord is derived from three important concepts: 1) a biblically
correct view of who God is (focusing primarily on His Holiness, majesty and
justice), 2) a pervasive sense of His awesome presence watching everything
you do, and 3) a constraining awareness of our on-going daily obligation to love
him supremely, to obey him implicitly, and to trust him completely.
What is the difference between a servile fear and a filial fear of God? Servile fear is the kind of fear which a slave would feel towards a harsh and
unyielding master, whereas filial fear is the loving fear of a child toward his
father.
The fear of the Lord is produced from a knowledge of Who God is and how much
God hates sin.
passage teaches that God's command to fear Him is for our good Deut. 6:24
reference teaches that we are not to envy sinners but to fear the Lord all day
long Proverbs 23:17

reference teaches that if one fears the Lord he will hate evil Proverbs 8:13
reference teaches that you cannot develop biblical wisdom without proper fear
of God Ps. 111:10
reference teaches that the fear of the Lord is the believer's treasure Isaiah
33:6
passage teaches that there is a difference between reverence and fear
Hebrews 12:28
passage teaches God provides angelic protection for those who fear Him Ps.
34:7

OT passage that teaches God places a greater premium on the knowledge of

God than He does on our deeds of sacrifice and service Hosea 6:6
NT passage emphasizes the worthiness of Christ to receive power and riches
and wisdom, and strength and honor and glory and blessing Rev. 5:12
OT passage teaches us that the only thing a person should in is that he or she
knows and understands God Jer. 9:23-24
NT passage teaches we are to love God with all our heart, mind, and soul
Matt. 22:37

passage teaches that God's holiness is a motivation for the fear of God Rev.
15:4

What it means to love God a self-sacrificial commitment of total loyalty to

God so that I: delight in God, rejoice in his will, desire continually to please him,
seek and find our happiness in him and him alone, and thirst day and night for a
fuller enjoyment of him.

reference teaches us to pray that God will unite our heart to fear His name Ps
86:11

Key question Jesus asked His disciples that gets to the heart of the identity of
Jesus Who say ye that I am? Matt. 16:15 (Peter answered)

passage teaches that we cannot properly worship if we do not fear God Ps. 5:7

Matt. 16:16 Thou art the Christ, the Son of the Living God.

passage teaches that the fear of the Lord is a deterrent from sin Ex. 20:20

Peter says in Acts 2:36 - God had made the same Jesus, whom ye have
crucified, both Lord and Christ.

reference teaches that we cannot mature in holiness as we should without the

fear of the Lord 2Corin. 7:1

Christ- Messiah, anointed one

passage teaches that God takes pleasure in them that fear Him Ps. 147:11

Lord owner or master

passage teaches that there will be no lack to those who fear Him Ps. 34:9

The basic issue in the life of a believer, when he claims Jesus as his Lord, is to
make sure that he is walking in all the light.

reference teaches that if one is not able to "depart from evil," it is an indication
that he does not properly fear the Lord Prov. 16:6
passage teaches that the fear of the Lord prolongeth days Prov. 10:27

Unit 3 - Christiology
We ourselves are the thing that so frequently stands in the way of knowing
Christ better.
The passage that reveals King Davids highest priority in life Ps. 27:4
The passage that reveals Pauls highest priority in life Phil. 3:10

Passage says that only a believer can truly say that Jesus is his Lord I Cor. 12:3
Passage teaches that if you do not do what Jesus says He is not your Lord Lk.
6:46
Three passages that speak of the incarnation and birth of Christ Matt. 1:1825, Luke 1:26-2:20, John 1:1, 14, 18
Key verse to establish the virgin birth of Jesus Luke 1:34
The Holy Spirit was the agent of conception in the birth of Christ Matt. 1:20
Matthew revealed one of the chief purposes for Christs birth was to save his
people from their sin Matt. 1:21

John uses the term Word for Jesus Christ when he describes the entry of God
in to human flesh in the incarnation
He is called the Word because He is the one who communicates to us what
God is like.

2. Rev. 1:8 - I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, saith the
Lord, which is, and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty. Conclusion:
the Alpha and Omega, the first and the last, is the Almighty.
3. Isaiah 44:6: - Conclusion: The one God (Jehovah) is the alpha and omega, the
first and the last, the Almighty. There is only 1 (Jehovah) God.

Classic passage in the Gospels to describe the incarnation of Jesus John 1:14
What does John reveal as one of the chief purposes of Christs birth? to
declare the Father John 1:18
In John 1:18 declare means exegete: interpret, reveal, explain
Passage that explains why Jesus did not come before He did Gal. 4:4
He did not come sooner because the fullness of time had not arrived.
The famous kenosis passage Phil. 2:5-7 (especially 7 he emptied himself)
What did Christ empty Himself of - He emptied Himself of all selfrights and
interests (prestige and privileges) that he rightly deserved as Gods Son.
He did not empty Himself of any deity attributes.
Passage teaches that Jesus did lay aside the glory He had with the Father John
17:4-5
Classical Christological passage Col. 1:13-23
The main theme of that passage is that He might have preeminence (first place)
in all things.
Five ways Christ is preeminent - 1. Redeemer of mankindv. 13-14 2. Revealer
of the Fatherv. 15a 3. in His Role as Creatorv. 15b-17 4. Ruler of the Church
v. 18-19 5. Reconciler of all thingsv. 20
As applied to Jesus in context first-born means - a. Priority in time (before all
created things) b. Superiority in rank (higher than all created things)
Thesis statement - If it can be demonstrated from the Bible that there are
three persons who are each called God (Jehovah), and if I can show you there is
only one God (Jehovah), then the three persons must be the one God (Jehovah).
1. 2 Peter 1:16-17 - Conclusion: There is a person called God (Jehovah) God
the Father.

4. Revelation 22:7 Behold, I come quickly: blessed is he that keepeth the

sayings of the prophecy of this book. Revelation 22:12 And, behold, I come
quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work
shall be. Revelation 22:13 I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end,
the first and the last. Conclusion: The one coming quickly is the alpha and
omega and must be the one God (Jehovah).
5. Revelation 22:20: He which testifieth these things saith, Surely I come
quickly. Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus. Conclusion: John identifies the one
coming quickly as the Lord Jesus. This means that the Lord Jesus is the one God
(Jehovah).
6. Acts 5:3 But Peter said, Ananias, why hath Satan filled thine heart to lie to
the Holy Ghost, and to keep back part of the price of the land? Observation: You
cannot lie to a force or an inanimate object. You only lie to a person.
7. Acts 5:4 - Conclusion: There is a person termed the Holy Ghost (Spirit) who
is Jehovah. Conclusion: I have shown you from the Bible that there are three
persons who are each called God(Jehovah) , and I have shown that there is only
one God(Jehovah), therefore, the three persons are the one God(Jehova),
whether you can understand it or not.
Economic trinity - refers to the respective roles of offices of the Persons in the
Godhead in effecting mans redemption.
Essential trinity - God has, in his essential being, eternally existed as Father,
Son and Holy Spirit.
Unicity - refers to the oneness of essence of the three persons of the Trinity.
Trinitarian formulas in Scripture: Matt. 28:19, 2 Corinth. 13:14, 1Peter 1:2
Passages that prove that Christ is a distinct person from the Father - Ps. 2:7,
Matt. 27:46, Gal. 4:4, John 5:32,37, John 8:18
Passage wherein Jesus claims to be the Messiah and the Son of God Mark
14:61-62
Passage wherein Jesus puts his healing activity on a par with Gods activity
thereby making himself equal with God John 5:17-18

Passage wherein Jesus makes himself equal in essence with God John 5:19-30

reference teaches us to imitate God by walking in love Eph. 5:1

Passage wherein Jesus claims the Divine name of I am John 8:58

reference that teaches Jesus did no miracles until after His water baptism and
anointing of the Spirit under John the Baptists ministry John 2:11

Passage wherein Jesus claims to deserve the same honor as God John 5:22-23
Passage wherein Thomas worships Jesus as both Lord and God John 20:28
Passage wherein Jesus allowed his disciples to worship him Matt. 14:33
Three opinions about Jesus possible in light of his claims to deity Liar, Lunatic,
or Lord
The virgin birth of Jesus is necessary because it insures that Jesus was not born
with inherited depravity, he was on the same level as Adam before Adam fell.
Four qualities that are true of divine natures but are not true of his human
nature 1. No birth, eternal 2. Cant die 3. Cant be tempted 4. Cant sin
Passage where Jesus is called the last Adam and the second man.
Passage where Jesus is compared with Adam and emphasis is on the much
more of grace to set us free from the effects of the fall Rom. 5:12-21
Passage teaches that Jesus was tempted in all points like unto man Hebrews
4:14-16
Passage teaches that Jesus literally became human flesh and blood - a real
person(man a very man) Hebrews 2:14-17
If a person were incapabable of doing sin, could he or she actually be tempted
to do what they were incapable of? No because a person is capable of sin.
Passage wherein Jesus states he is capable of doing something contrary to
Fathers will Matt. 26:53

reference teaches that Jesus cast out devils, not by His own deity power, but by
the Spirit of God Matt. 12:28
reference teaches that Jesus operated as a man (Jesus of Nazareth, a man
approved of God), and as a man was the channel for God to work through Him
so he could do miracles and wonders and signs Acts 2:22
reference teaches that God anointed Jesus of Nazareth (emphasizing his
humanity) with the Holy Ghost and with power and as a result of this
anointing, Jesus was empowered to do good and heal all who were oppressed
of the devil: for God was with him Acts 10:36-39
In John 2:11 which says, this beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee,
and manifested forth his glory; and his disciples believed on him, refers to
working miracles through His role as the Messiah (which requires him to be both
Gods Son and truly human) and thereby showing His Messianic glory
In John 20:30 which speaks of the many signs Jesus did was to prove that Jesus
was the Messiah (and if the Messiah, automatically God)
According to Bruce Ware, Jesus did not obey God simply because He was God
and had Gods nature in Him, and therefore had no choice. According to Bruce
Ware, how did Jesus overcome temptation and succeed? (Ans. Because Jesus
relied upon the Word, prayer and the Spirit not because He relied on His
divine nature)
reference in John teaches Jesus did not teach his own doctrine, but taught only
what His Father told Him to say John 7:16
reference in John teaches that Jesus did not seek His own will John 6:38

Peccable Jesus could have sinned because He was man. Impeccable Jesus
could not have sinned because He was God.

passage in John teaches Jesus did always the things that pleased His Father
John 8:28-29

reference teaches we are duty bound to walk even as Jesus walked I John 2:6

In light of Jesus testimony of doing nothing apart from the Fathers will, why did
Jesus walk on the water? - The Spirit led him to do so.

reference teaches the Jesus is our example and we are to follow in his steps 1 Peter 2:21-22
reference teaches that Jesus sends us to do His work just as His Father sent Him
to do His Fathers work John 20:21
reference teaches that as he is, so are we in this world I John 4:17

John 14:14 which says, If ye shall ask anything in my name, I will do it,
teaches that we are to ask only what the Spirit directs us to teach and that will
be God-honoring in nature

Did Jesus limit his activity to strictly a Spirit-led or even Spirit-empowered

humanity? (Ans. No. There are times when He used His deity power.
three areas in which Jesus used his deity power in forgiving sin, in giving
eternal life, and in His substitutionary sacrifice
Did Jesus use his deity power in any activity that he expects us to imitate? No
What role does Isaiah 50:4-5 have in our being able to detect the leading of the

What type of sin did Adam commit? Willful

If a person is deceived, is a violation of Scripture actually termed sin if you
dont know its wrong? Yes, I John 3:4 says anything that is a violation of
Scripture is sin
classic passage that teaches us how to avoid deception John 7:17
passage teaches that if one walks in all the light they have, they are cleansed
from all sin I John 1:7

Spirit? We are to ask God to open our ears to the voice of the Holy Spirit.
Unit 4 Anthropology

What was the major cause of Eves deception? (Ans. She by-passed her
authority structure).

meaning of the term anthropology as it applies to theological studies mankind, that has been brought into the English language and in this unit it
refers to the role of man in the Fall, Sin, and Temptation.

classic NT passage that defines an act of sin I John 3:4

classic NT passage on how sin entered the world Rms. 5:12

passage teaches that there is such a thing as a sin of omission

classic OT passage that teaches inherited depravity is passed on to a child at

the moment of conception Psalms. 51:5

passage teaches that all unrighteousness is sin I John 5:17

What is the basic idea behind the term inherited depravity? (Ans. It is
selfcenteredness the desire to have your own way (see Isa. 53:6).
classic NT passage that describes the life of the sinner from Gods viewpoint
Ephs. 2:1-3
What NT passage would you use to console a parent whose baby died and
assure them the baby went to heaven? Rms. 5:18
NT passage teaches that just as Adams sin brought condemnation to all, so
Christs atonement brings justification of all to all Rms. 5:18
classic passage that teaches everyone has personally sinned Rms. 3:23
What does the phrase in Romans 3:23, come short of the glory of God, mean?
Is this phrase a further definition of sin? Why or why not? Its not. Although
this is a result of the fall, this is not defined in Scripture as a requirement of God
and therefore sin.

passage teaches that to do doubtful things is sin Rms. 14:23

What is the definition of righteousness? (Ans. Measuring up to Gods standard

which is His Word).
passage in the OT gives the first information about a sin of ignorance Lev.
4:13,22,24,30
Are all sins in the category of a sin of ignorance truly the result of ignorance?
(Ans. No. There are two types of sins of ignorance. One is truly the result of
ignorance; the other includes what may be called sins of passion See
Leviticus 6:2-5. The difference between the latter and a willful sin is the
willful sin is a premeditated planned sin whereas the sins of passion was not
premeditated.)
passage in the OT speaks clearly of two types of sinful acts: willful sin and sins
of ignorance Num. 15:27-31
What sacrifice did God prescribe for deliberate willful sins? there wasnt one
What is the prescribed penalty for a deliberate willful sin (a high-handed sin)?
to be cut off from among Gods people

OT passage teaches that we are not held guilty before God for what Adam did
Ezekiel 18:20

What was a deliberate willful sinner to do? (Ans. Beg God for mercy Psa. 51:1)

NT passage contrasts Adams sin with Eves sin and declares Eve was deceived
I Tim. 2:14

NT passage teaches that if you are walking in the light, you will not be
committing willful sins I John 1:7

What happens to a sin of ignorance that a Christian mighty commit while

walking in all the light? (Ans. The blood of Jesus automatically cleanses us from
all sin 1 John 1:7).

the three steps of temptation given in James 1:13-15 1. Something gets your
attention. 2. You feel attracted toward something. 3. A mental assent or
mental refusal. (step which sin is involved)

Does automatic cleansing of a sin of ignorance stop the reaping process? (Ans.
No. You will reap what you sow.)

passage says that it is possible to be all that God desires us to be Phil. 4:13

classic passage that teaches that a believer is to offer testimony as to his or her
spiritual condition based upon the evidence of a clear conscience rather than on
the possibility one might have sinned through ignorance II Corin. 1:12
What is the absolute standard for measuring sin? Gods Word

four steps recommended after you locate areas of weakness in your life 1.
Cleanse your life of things that lead to temptation. 2. Create barriers along
paths you know will lead to temptation and failure. 3. Commit to full obedience.
4. Claim the promises of God.
four steps to take in learning how to resist temptation Prevention Mark
14:38; Protection; Flee II Tim. 2:22; Resist Phil. 4:8

What is Gods recovery program for a fleshly life? Sanctification

If you do willfully sin, what two steps did I suggest you take? Repent, analyze
Give the definition of sanctification I gave you in class lectures. The process
whereby the Spirit of God takes the Word of God and changes us to become like
the Son of God.

passage teaches that if we are not going to be conformed to this world we must
be transformed by the renewing of our minds Rom. 12:2

How does the illustration of hot water and a tea bag relate to life? (Ans. Hot
water only activates what is in the tea bag. In like manner, temptations and
problems only activate what in really in our hearts.)

two-fold method does Scripture give for the renewing of our minds 1. By the
Spirit of God - II Cor. 3:18) 2. By the Word of God Ps. 119:9-11, Col. 1:28, 3:16,
Eph. 5:26

Desires that are learned can be unlearned. True

one-sentence definition that describes a renewed mind The renewed mind is a

mind saturated and controlled by the Word of God.

What term did I give to that part of us that tries to usurp Gods control and
replace it with our own way? The flesh
What is unique about the rebellion of our own way? (Ans. Each of us rebel
against Gods control differently because our own way differs a bit from other
peoples own way.

Unit 5 - Soteriology and Eschatology

two fundamental truths of the Gospel Death and resurrection
Why did Jesus die? mankind was lost; no one else could do it; because of His
love and mercy

All of us are very flexible in the ways we rebel. True

passage teaches that everyone has sinned Rom. 3:23
How does God expose the rebellion of our own way? by placing us in hot
water
Idolatry Obsession with and dependence upon any other then God to make life
meaningful(make it work)

Is the phrase, come short of the glory of God, a definition of sin? What does
the phrase mean? - Yes. It means we fall short of reflecting Gods full glory in
our physical bodies due to the fall of man
passage teaches that Jesus died for the ungodly, for sinners - Rom. 5:6,8

passage teaches that no one experiences temptations that are different from
other people I Cor. 10:13

passage teaches that the person who commits sin becomes a slave to sin
Rom. 6:16

passage teaches that God will not allow anyone to be tempted beyond their
ability to resist that temptation I Cor. 10:13

passage teaches that the wages of sin is death Rom. 6:23

What is Gods advice when facing youthful lusts? Give the reference to
support your answer. to flee it, II Tim. 2:22

meaning of death in the above passage Spiritual death = separation from a

personal realationship with God through Jesus Christ

Define the meaning of spiritual life and give the reference to establish your
answer. You will know the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom He has sent
John 17:3
passage teaches Jesus did not come to be served, but give His life a ransom for
all Matt. 20:28

passage teaches that Jesus is the propitiation for the sins of the whole world I
John 2:2
passage teaches that the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to
everyone Titus 2:11
passage teaches that Jesus gave himself for me personally Gal. 2:20

passage teaches that Jesus was sinless I Pt. 2:22

passage teaches that without the shedding of blood, there is no forgiveness of
sin Heb. 9:22

passages teaches that God planned the method of salvation the slain lamb,
before He even made man or there was human sin I Pt. 2:20
How many plans of salvation has there been since the creation of man? - one

passage teaches that we are redeemed by the precious blood of Jesus I Pt.
1:18-19
passage teaches Jesus washed us from our sins in his own blood Rev. 1:5
passage teaches that God loved us and had mercy on us while we were dead in
trespasses and sin Eph. 2:4-5

How were Old Testament people saved? By grace through faith

Who is the OT example of justification by faith that is given for NT believers to
follow? - Abraham
Was it possible to perfectly obey the OT Law? Give a passage to support your
view. Yes. Luke 1:5,6

passage teaches that Jesus came to destroy the works of the devil in our lives
I John 3:8

Was salvation promised for perfect obedience to the Law? - no

For whom did Jesus die? 1. For sinners 2. For the whole World 3. For me
personally individually

What happened to the sins of the Old Testament saints prior to Calvary? They
were forgiven but he did

Jesus death was substitutional. What verse teaches that while we were sinners,
Christ died for us? 2 Cor. 5:14

not punish them. Rom. 3:25

passage teaches specifically that one died for all 2 Cor. 5:14
passages teaches that Jesus was wounded for our transgressions Is. 53:5

classic passage on the resurrection I Cor. 15

On what basis do we believe in the resurrection? Faith or Fact? - Historical Fact

passage teaches that the just suffered for the unjust I Pt. 3:18

passage that teaches Jesus showed himself alive (resurrected) by many

infallible proofs over a period of forty days Acts 1:3

passage teaches that Christ took the curse that was upon sinners upon Himself
Gal. 3:13

Being brought back from the dead and being resurrected are the same thing. False

passage teaches that Christs atonement was sufficient for all men, but efficient
only for believers I Tim. 4:10

primary passage to teach there is a difference between a natural body and a

resurrected spiritual body I Cor. 15:41-44

passage teaches God wants all men to be saved and embrace the truth that He
has revealed in Christ I Tim. 2:3-4

Who was the first person ever to be resurrected? Jesus I Cor. 15:22-23

passage that teaches God is not behind schedule in dealing with mankind nor is
He willing that anyone perish and go to hell 2 Pt. 3:9

passage and state the length of time Jesus remained on earth after His
resurrection Acts 1:3, Forty days
Where was Jesus when he gave the Great Commission? Mat. 28:16 on a
mountain in Galileo

Give the passage, and specify the last thing Jesus did on earth before He
ascended. Luke 24:50 blessed his disciples
Give the passage and specify the place from which Jesus ascended into heaven.
Luke 25:50 Bethany

classic passage that specifies the recipients of grace Eph. 2:4-5

classic passage that describes what mankind would be like without the grace of
God operating in their lives Rom. 3:10-18
God wants to give

Give the passage and specify what Jesus did when he ascended up into heaven.
Mark 16:19 He went to the throne and sat down on the right hand of God.
What is the significance of sitting down at the right hand of God? - To sit down
signifies his work is over. He has completed everything the Father wanted him
to do. It also means His enthronement in His Fathers throne. Jesus is a
victorious conqueror. To sit at the right hand, is the place of highest honor.
TWO primary passages that tell us what Jesus is presently doing in heaven
Heb. 2:17-18; 4:14-16
What is Jesus primary office in heaven according to these passages? our High
Priest

more grace to people, but He has some guidelines (requirements) for receiving
more grace. What is the key passage that teaches how to receive more grace?
James 4:6-7
passage teaches that you can frustrate the grace of God Gal. 2:21
passage warns about failing the grace of God Hebrews 12:15
passage proves that Paul preached repentance to all he met during his ministry
Acts 20:21
definition of repentance - (metanoeo) A change of heart and mind
demonstrated by a change of attitude and behavior.

With what person is Jesus heavenly ministry compared? Give the reference to
support your answer. Melchizedekian priesthood

What is meant by the term godly sorrow? regret that motivates to change

As our Great High Priest, what ministry does He perform on our behalf? He is
interceding for us (believers) Heb. 7:25

What is meant by the term conviction? being convinced of the reality of a

need

classic passage describing Jesus Melchizedekian priesthood - Heb. 7

What is the class passage on repentance? II Cor. 7:8-10

six similarities between Christ and Melchizedeks priesthoods - 1. Both occupy

two offices: both a priest and a King 2. Both are universal in scope a priest
for everyone 3. Both are unbounded by time - no beginning and no ending 4.
Emphasis of Melchizedeks priesthood is on blessing, not sacrifice. The same is
true of Christs High Priesthood after His once-for-all sacrifice. 5. Both have an
unchangeable priesthood because Christ will not die. 6. Melchizedekian
priesthood is superior to all other priesthoods - Melchizedek blessed Abraham.
The lesser is blessed of the greater.

What is meant by the term worldly sorrow? - regret for consequences, no long
term desire to change anything but consequences. When problems disappear,
the sorrow and the desire to change (repentance) also disappear.

Priesthood on earth is now abolished with the ascension of Christ. - False

passage teaches each believer functions in the role of a priest or priestess I
Pt. 2:5,9
definition of grace we use in this class giving the two passages upon which the
definition is built - Grace is a characteristic of Gods activity toward His creation.
It may be defined as the unmerited love and mercy of God that He pours out
on undeserving people (Ephesians 2:4-5), which is designed to produce in them
both the desire and the power to do Gods will (1 Corinthians 15:10).

What is the best example of true repentance in the Gospels? The Prodigal Son
Define the term justification. - that gracious and judicial act of God, whereby
on the basis of what Christ did for us on the Cross, He grants full pardon from
guilt and complete release from the penalty of sins committed, and declares to
be in the right all who by faith receive Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
classic passage on justification by faith Rom. 3:24-25
Define the term sanctification. - that gracious & continuous work of God in us
through His Holy Spirit whereby He creates us anew in Christ Jesus, separating
us unto God from the common and sinful, and transforms our nature into the
likeness of Christ, enabling us to perform good works, and live above willful sin.
When does sanctification begin? - Sanctification occurs simultaneously with
justification. You cannot have the one without the other. Logically, justification

proceeds sanctification. Temporally, they occur simultaneously. See 1

Corinthians 1:2 and 1 Corinthians 6:11.

passage warns that God will remove believers from being in Christ if they do
not abide in Him and produce fruit John 15:2,6

Regeneration is the imparting of spiritual life to a person who was spiritually

dead.
classic passage that uses the term regeneration Titus 3:5

What is wrong with the argument from the Prodigal Son parable: Once a son
always a son? - We were all born children of the devil. Jesus said of the
Prodigal son that he was dead (spiritually) now he is alive (spiritually); he was
lost (spiritually) and now is found (spiritually).

What are some synonyms for regeneration? the new birth-John 3:5,7;
becoming a new creature-2 Cor. 5:17

passage stresses the need of continuing in the faith if one expects to make it
to heaven Gal. 1:21-23

classic passage that teaches the necessity of restitution Ezekiel 33:14-16

What does the word reprobate mean? - Lost

two elements that are essential to keep from making shipwreck of the faith 1.
A clear conscience 2. Genuine faith 1 Tim. 1:18-19

passage teaches that Paul felt he could become reprobate if he did not keep his
body under the authority of Gods Spirit and Word I Cor. 9:27

What verse teaches the importance of keeping your conscience clear daily?
Acts 24:16

passage teaches that the only ones who will enter heaven are those who do the
will of God Mat. 7:21

What is the basis for your public testimony? 2 Cor 1:12 How we are to testify
and pray with a clear conscience

What book and chapter(s) emphasize the individual responsibility of sin and
warns both the wicked and the righteous? Ez. 3:18-21, 18:21-32, 33:8-20

Does the Bible teach the eternal security of the believer? Yes-Col. 1:23

Who was the first to say that you could sin and it would not affect your
relationship with God? Satan-Gen. 3:4

Does the Bible teach the unconditional eternal security of believer? no-Col.
1:23
passage teaches God will complete the work of grace begun in the believers
heart until the day of Christ - Phil. 1:6
For whom is the above passage a promise? for those who are living right-Phil.
1:7
passage teaches God gives His sheep eternal life and no man shall pluck them
out of His hand John 15:2,6
What is the requirement for being one of Christs secure sheep? - be in
continuing hearing and following

passage contains Jesus assurance he was preparing a place for His own and
would return for them John 14:1-3
passage emphasizes the importance of heart purity if one wished to see Him
and be like Him when Christ returns 1 John 3:1-3
two phases to the Second Coming of Jesus Rapture, Revelation
classic passage for the rapture 1 Thes. 4:13-18
passage teaches that the last hour began near the close of the first century
A.D. John 2:18